Our story
At A-kwadraat, it's all about people. We believe that everyone deserves a place in the labor market and that work should make you happy.
We make work happen
We work with more than 700 colleagues, each with their own background and strengths, but all with the same goal: to create something beautiful together, for our customers and for each other. We focus on possibilities, not limitations, and always look for solutions.
We don't look at what someone can't do, but at what is possible. This positive outlook makes us resourceful, solution-oriented, and always willing to go that extra mile.
Why we exist
Our mission is clear: we increase the employment of people who are distanced from the labor market in our region and ensure that our employees enjoy coming to work.
How?
Quality, safety, and speed are not empty words for us. When we say we will do something, we do it. You can count on that.
What we strive for
Our dream is a society in which everyone can participate. For us, inclusion means that everyone can participate fully, regardless of their background or starting point. This also means that we lower barriers to paid work and build bridges between the social and regular economies.
And we do what we do well: quality is one of our cornerstones. On top of that, we are creative and agile. We love solutions that are just a little different, but fit the need perfectly.
Because for us, "no" is often the starting point for a better idea.
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Moving forward together sustainably
Sustainability is a common thread running through our work: social, economic, societal, and ecological. In this way, we contribute to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Our efforts did not go unnoticed in 2024 either: we were awarded the Voka Charter for Sustainable Entrepreneurship for the 15th time, were recognized as an SDG Champion, and were proud to add our fifth EFQM star for integrated quality management.
Annual and sustainability report
At A-kwadraat, we believe in openness and collaboration. In our annual and sustainability report, you will discover results, stories, and ambitions that show how we make an impact together.
How we work
At A-kwadraat, we asked ourselves: "What do we believe in?" Together with our employees, we developed this into a model that reflects the richness and complexity of our organizational culture.
Our core belief: everyone included.
At A-kwadraat, we asked ourselves: "What do we believe in?" Together with our employees, we developed this into a model that reflects the richness and complexity of our organizational culture.
We believe that people thrive when they feel seen and understood. You can feel this in our workshops, with our customers, and in society.
I dare to do it
We encourage initiative, even when it's exciting.
I'll help yo
Together, we can achieve more.
We value each other
Respect is our starting point.
We'll take care of it
Always, and together.
60 years of A-kwadraat
Our history is one big human story. In Everyone included – 60 years of A-kwadraat , you will discover inspiring stories from colleagues, collaborations, and milestones. From a small workshop to a fully-fledged customization company: this is a story of growth, connection, and looking ahead.
Our history
1964
Turnhout. Started as Amival in a house in the Begijnhof; grew into a thriving sheltered workshop and later a modern custom work company.
1986
Gierle. Alito is established (with support from VKW Kempen and VIBO De Ring). Initially focused on wood, later expanding to include green initiatives, with a clear emphasis on sustainable employment.
2019
Stronger together. We are merging Amival and Alito to form A-kwadraat.
Today
Close by in the Kempen region. Branches in Turnhout, Gierle, and Hoogstraten. The move to Hoogstraten shortened the commute for many colleagues, giving them more energy for work and less time spent traveling. "I'm now home almost an hour earlier," was the sentiment at the opening.
Moving forward together
In the Kempen region, we say: "You have to do it together."That's what we do every day at A-kwadraat. Together, with our partners, with everyone who wants to create opportunities.
Collaboration, as told by our customers
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Want to collaborate?
Together, we create work that makes sense. You outline your challenge, and we provide people, guidance, and peace of mind in your planning.
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